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• Commentator's viral World Cup moment

  19-06-2026 02:09 via smh.com.au
  
  Commentator David Basheer reacts to his viral World Cup moment with Socceroo Awer Mabil.
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Netherlands rout Sweden as Germany prepare for Ivory Coast; Ecuador, Curacao, Tunisia and Japan in action today

  20-06-2026 21:34 via theage.com.au
  
  Braces for Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo have propelled the Dutch to a 5-1 victory to move to the top of Group F, in the first of Sunday’s four games.
  
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• From little things, bigger things are set to grow for Lingiari’s great-grandson

  20-06-2026 21:00 via theage.com.au
  
  The NT folk know there are no guarantees in the national draft. But they – and Sonny Smiler’s people – are cognisant of what his landing in the AFL would represent.
  
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• Clubs hit out at NRL rule change that could strip them of finals hosting rights

  20-06-2026 21:00 via theage.com.au
  
  The governing body can now dictate which venues will host matches in the opening week of the finals. And some clubs aren’t happy.
  
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• Bears lure Wallabies legend in key code-switch signing

  20-06-2026 21:00 via theage.com.au
  
  The Perth Bears have pulled off a massive recruitment coup from the rugby ranks, and it could help them tap into an untapped reservoir of talent in the 15-man game.
  
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• Pools, parties, prostitution, prison: The Scott Miller story

  20-06-2026 20:42 via abc.net.au
  
  From Olympic silver medallist to convicted drug supplier, Scott Miller opens up on one of the biggest downfalls in the history of Australian sport and the moments that saved his life as he seeks redemption.
  
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• Live: Superstars out to play as Netherlands tackle Sweden

  20-06-2026 18:15 via abc.net.au
  
  The Netherlands and Sweden kick off a big day at the World Cup as global superstars clash in Houston. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Netherlands score World Cup's 100th goal in Sweden thumping

  20-06-2026 18:15 via abc.net.au
  
  The Netherlands and Sweden kick off a big day at the World Cup as global superstars clash in Houston. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Early goals put Netherlands in control against Sweden

  20-06-2026 18:15 via abc.net.au
  
  The Netherlands and Sweden kick off a big day at the World Cup as global superstars clash in Houston. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Early goal puts Netherlands ahead against Sweden

  20-06-2026 18:15 via abc.net.au
  
  The Netherlands and Sweden kick off a big day at the World Cup as global superstars clash in Houston. Follow live.
  
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• Mooney scare mars Australia’s T20 World Cup win over Dutch

  20-06-2026 17:04 via theage.com.au
  
  Australia earned a third convincing win at the Women’s Twenty20 World Cup with victory over the Netherlands by 98 runs in Southampton.
  
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• ‘We get clicks’: Collingwood coach addresses obsession with Pies’ ageing list

  20-06-2026 16:21 via smh.com.au
  
  Craig McRae believes no other AFL club’s list is scrutinised more than the high-profile Magpies’, and that the infatuation is driven by online “clicks”.
  
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• Pies shut down the Power on a night of injury carnage; Piano Man’s viral moment as Blues roll on

  20-06-2026 15:53 via smh.com.au
  
  Star turns from Nick Daicos and Jordan De Goey powered the Pies to victory at a wintry MCG. Earlier, Matt Cottrell led the Blues’ club song with a Billy Joel classic on the harmonica.
  
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• Mooney scare mars Australia's World Cup win over Dutch

  20-06-2026 15:52 via abc.net.au
  
  Beth Mooney has played down any concerns about her back injury after Australia crushed the Netherlands by 98 runs in their T20 Women's World Cup clash in Southampton.
  
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• ‘They’ll get my honesty’: Voss’ new Fox Footy role revealed… and blunt response to coach question

  20-06-2026 15:15 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Fox Footy has added another superstar to its commentary line-up, with Brisbane triple premiership captain, Brownlow Medallist and ex-Carlton coach Michael Voss returning to the AFL landscape after a short break.
  
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• Ciraldo’s shock spine reveal after late Crichton shake-up... and why it could only be the beginning

  20-06-2026 15:15 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Cameron Ciraldo has explained why he made the bold decision to shake-up his spine and play Stephen Crichton at five-eighth — which resulted in a tight win over the Sea Eagles.
  
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• Lukosius among THREE players cruelled by injury as Power succumb to Daicos delight

  20-06-2026 14:15 via foxsports.com.au
  
  After back-to-back losses, Collingwood has put themselves back on the winners list with a 27-point win over an injury-depleted Port Adelaide outfit on Saturday night.
  
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• NRL Highlights: Bulldogs v Sea Eagles - Round 16

  20-06-2026 14:05 via theage.com.au
  
  Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs host the Manly Sea Eagles in Round 16 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at Accor Stadium, Sydney.
  
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• Critta saves the day for Bulldogs

  20-06-2026 14:03 via theage.com.au
  
  Bulldogs captain Stephen Crichton kicks the match-winning field goal against Manly.
  
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• Lukosius among THREE stars cruelled by injury as star sends hot statement to Pies — LIVE

  20-06-2026 13:37 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Collingwood will try to snap a two-game lull when it hosts Port Adelaide at the MCG, in what emerges as a danger game for the black and white.
  
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• AFL LIVE: De Goey, Daicos fuel Pies surge as injury drama hits the MCG; Carlton in Blue heaven after yet another win

  20-06-2026 13:33 via theage.com.au
  
  The Magpies and Port are closing out Super Saturday at the MCG. Earlier, Matt Cottrell led the Blues’ club song with a Billy Joel classic on the harmonica. Follow for all the news and reaction.
  
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• Galvin scores classy solo try

  20-06-2026 13:22 via theage.com.au
  
  Bulldogs halfback Lachlan Galvin throws a dummy and dives over against the Sea Eagles.
  
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• ‘The real deal’: Titans’ lofty praise for rising star after valiant win... as big Panthers issue arises

  20-06-2026 13:11 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Josh Hannay labelled young gun Zane Harrison “the real deal” after he steered the Titans to a monumental victory, while Ivan Cleary believed his side lacked “killer punch” on Saturday.
  
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• AFL LIVE: De Goey, Daicos fire Pies back into Power contest; a ‘horrible decision’ on greats’ lips after Blues’ fifth straight win

  20-06-2026 12:43 via smh.com.au
  
  Matt Cottrell has led the Blues’ club song with a Billy Joel classic on the harmonica, while the Pies and Power are about to close out Super Saturday. Follow for updates, news and reaction.
  
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• Piano Man to Navy Blues: Carlton cult figure steals show as harmonica act stuns teammates

  20-06-2026 12:17 via foxsports.com.au
  
  “There’s not a day that goes by without something happening that has never happened before.”
  
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• Butters gets HOT in fiery exchange as Magpies search for much-needed win — LIVE AFL

  20-06-2026 12:17 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Collingwood will try to snap a two-game lull when it hosts Port Adelaide at the MCG, in what emerges as a danger game for the black and white.
  
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• ‘I’m fine, Richo as well’: Steven King speaks after lawsuit launched by Steven May’s partner

  20-06-2026 12:15 via theage.com.au
  
  Sachi Dade launched Federal Court proceedings against the Demons, King and Alan Richardson, alleging the disclosure of private information.
  
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• AFL LIVE: Remarkable Blues rise continues under Fraser; Weddle learns fate for Rioli clash; Pies battle Port

  20-06-2026 12:08 via theage.com.au
  
  Matt Cottrell has led the Blues’ club song with a Billy Joel classic on the harmonica, while the Pies and Power are about to close out Super Saturday. Follow for updates, news and reaction.
  
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• ‘Clear improvement’: Cowboys’ crucial coaching decision finalised to avoid ‘short-sighted’ call

  20-06-2026 11:58 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Cowboys have made a crucial decision regarding their coaching future, handing Todd Payten a contract extension for a further two seasons.
  
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• Harrison stuns Panthers with late field goal

  20-06-2026 11:57 via theage.com.au
  
  Titans rookie Zane Harrison kicks the match-winning field goal against the Panthers.
  
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